The Republic of Moldova – is a small country on terms of surface, but so rich spiritually, through the traditions it possesses, the places worth exploring, and hospitable people, bright both at heart and at the face! If you have decided to visit this picturesque land, either with friends or family, you will surely be pleasantly surprised by the traditional cuisine – a true treasure of the Moldovan people.
To facilitate your choice, we have selected the most authentic restaurants in Moldova, which tourists from all over the world prefer and want to come back to again and again:
The restaurant “La Butuc” from the tourist complex “ethnic Villa” – a hospitable house, in the style of an old mansion, with a wonderful view to the natural-historical reservation Orhei Vechi, on the outskirts of Butuceni village. The tourist complex “Villa ethnic” consists of a guest house, where you can spend even a quiet night, the eco-restaurant “La Butuc”, where you can enjoy the tastiest traditional dishes, prepared from products exclusively of local origin, but also a museum, which impresses with its vast collection of artifacts.
Restaurant “DOR” from “Eco Village” Pension, Văleni village – an exceptional ethnotouristic complex, located in the south of Moldova. The touristic complex “Eco Village” started with the concept of a traditional museum, and gradually they were introduced in the list of offers for tourists – “Casa Dorului Pension”, where you can comfortably stay, “Dor” Restaurant – arranged in rustic style, where you can serve cooked dishes “like at home mother”, the visitors’ favorites are: stew with polenta and cheese, sardines in vine leaves, pies pole-in-belt, as well as vegetables grown ecologically in the garden of the house, Where a good wine from the small family winery – “Corbu Winery” fits perfectly, near the traditional peasant’s yard, as well as some houses decorated in traditional style.
The restaurant “White Owl” from “MIMI” Castle – one of the most charming tourist destinations and the only wine castle in Moldova, located in Bulboaca village, Anenii Noi district. Included in the top 15 most beautiful wineries in the world, this place will surely exceed all your expectations! “MIMI” Castle is the ideal location for those who want to enjoy the top Moldovan wines, and Moldovan gastronomic cuisine, finely influenced by the French one, in a relaxing and luxurious ambiance, with dishes being prepared from the highest quality ingredients.
The restaurant “Sol Negru” from Asconi Winery – a special winery, located in Puhoi village, Ialoveni district. The restaurant is a perfect blend of Balkan and traditional Moldovan dishes, accompanied by Asconi wines, under the red roof, made by local craftsmen. Also here you can create unforgettable memories with your family or friends, having the unique opportunity to participate in trips and tastings that take place on the territory of Asconi Winery, master classes for cooking famous Moldovan pies, as well as the art of painting with wine.
Restaurant “La Bădiș” – located on the Chisinau-Ungheni route, the place where the traditional Moldovan specificity pierces the history of the restaurant like a red thread. Located outside the city, this place impresses with its rustic atmosphere, the chirping of birds and the tranquility of nature. ”La Bădiș” Restaurant aims to offer visitors the opportunity to return to the past, especially in childhood, where the specific traditions and the taste of dishes prepared with love by grandma have been preserved.
In conclusion, we can say that the Republic of Moldova is a real corner torn from heaven, where the sincere and welcoming people give the unique color of this country. The Moldovan gastronomic culture and our wine that brings us fame abroad will firmly impress anyone, and to feel exactly “like at home”, the selected locations and restaurants will ensure a quiet stay, happy and happy to come back!